Catifa Carta: How can a chair return to nature?

Research and innovation have guided Arper in the use of PaperShell, a new and revolutionary material derived from wood waste, capable of drastically reducing the quantity of CO2 in the environment in construction of Catifa Carta.

“THIS MILESTONE MARKS NOT ONLY A TRIUMPH IN DESIGN BUT ALSO A SIGNIFICANT STEP FORWARD IN OUR JOURNEY TOWARDS A MORE SUSTAINABLE FUTURE” - ROBERTO MONTI, CEO

The PaperShell material is produced in Sweden from by-products of the wood industry and solidified with natural resin as a binding agent. Arper is currently working on a take-back system for the furniture at the end of its life cycle. To ensure that the CO2 bound in the material is not released again, the company plans to one day convert the shell into biochar through pyrolysis, which can then be used to improve the soil.

Stored in 1 kg of PaperShell

One kilogram of PaperShell translates to about 1.58 kilograms of CO2 that might otherwise be released into the atmosphere.

Locked in one Catifa Carta

For each Catifa Carta, 1.94 Kg of CO2 can be saved from being produced and released in the atmosphere, thanks to a responsible end-of-life management.

Saved thanks to pyrolysis

A responsible end of life management of Catifa Carta (pyrolysis) allows to reduce up to 52% the production of CO2, compared to a polypropylene version with a traditional disposal process (incineration).

Will you be in Chicago for Design Days and NeoCon? Stop by and see our latest collections, and our new (and particularly noteworthy) Catifa Carta. 

Join us in our new Chicago showroom for two engaging talks featuring Roberto Monti, Arper CEO, and Anders Breitholtz, PaperShell CEO & co-founder as they delve into the inspiration, innovation, and environmental impact behind Catifa Carta.

Monday, June 10, 2024

3:00PM - 5:30PM

  *Discussion at 3:00PM, followed by a cocktail reception. RSVP here.

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

9:00AM - 11:00AM

  *Light bites & networking at 9:00AM; discussion at 10:00AM. RSVP here.

Come and learn firsthand how we are shaping the future of design with our unwavering dedication to sustainability. Please contact Carolyn or Jon from BrassTacks Design Source for a tour of Catifa Carta and the Arper showroom.

You will find us in Fulton Market at 167 N. Green St., Suite 200. 

See you soon!